This vintage recipe, straight from my great-grandma’s recipe box, is a delightful twist on marshmallow fruit salad, with an added fun factor because it’s frozen! Perfect for holidays or as a refreshing summer side dish, this frozen fruit salad could also serve as a light dessert. It remains a staple at my family gatherings, often prepared by my Aunt Jenny for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups whipped topping, plus more for serving
- 1 pint strawberries, diced
- 2 large bananas, chopped and diced
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and diced strawberries.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple, chopped bananas, and whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Spread the mixture evenly in a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Freeze the Salad:
- Place the baking pan in the freezer and let the dessert harden completely.
- Serve:
- When ready to serve, allow the frozen salad to sit on the counter for about 10 minutes to soften slightly.
- Dip a knife into hot water and slice the frozen dessert into squares.
Enjoy this refreshing and nostalgic frozen fruit salad with an extra dollop of whipped topping if desired!